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Can't Login GiffGaff - SIM Swap to Action
Have issues with not being able to login with password reset not sending text codes; acknowledging my Username nor Number. I need to do this so I can swap out my old SIM with a new one as I have issues of the SIM not available on my phone. How do I go about resolving this, please? Feel so helpless... Thanks in advance.
RAM Find - Worth doing anything with?
Hey everyone, I'm having a clear out and coming across shed loads of old bits I forgot I had (HP Stream anyone? My beloved Sansa Clip MP3 player!).. One of the things is a few 2gb sticks of RAM (and one 4gb, which surprised me, they've been in there for about 5 years!) I don't need or can make any use of this myself with…
card reader
Hi, I'm starting a new business as an energy performance assessor. I'm looking for recommendations for a portable card payment reader,reliable, low charges and easy to use. Projected first year turn over @30,000 k
Removing car stereo
Hi, I want to remove the stereo from my VW Transporter. When I bought it, it already has a Pioneer unit added to it. It currently has an attachment lead for an Android phone but I have switched to an iPhone and want to change the cable. I bought these car stereo removal tools but they don't seem to get any purchase when I…
Unable to verify Paypal acount
Hello everyone, I have used Ebay, for years. Mainly for Ebay shopping, which is where I get most of my things from. I also intend to use it to take payments for online work. I transferred money to my Paypal account, a large-ish sum, and was able to successfully pay for something on Ebay. I was about to make a second…
Website hosting
I had 2 websites with Jimdo. After they tried to increase the cost of the one from £60 to £220 last Autumn I contacted them and said I was not prepared to pay the rise. I transferred the content to my other website I had with them. I looked shortly after and they had removed the site from the internet. I have now received…
Wi-Fi Speaker Connectivity Question
I have a laptop running Win 10. It has a built-in CDROM player. I'd like to play CDs on the laptop and stream the audio to a wireless speaker via wi-fi. (I don't want to use Bluetooth, nor do I want to rip the CDs to the laptop's hard drive, nor connect using cables.) If I buy a wi-fi speaker, will this work and what…
I have this Modern $1000 Laptop, but why Gaming on it Sucks?
Hello, Its this laptop: https://www.acer.com/gb-en/support/product-support/SFA16-41/NX.KABEK.002/details Supposedly its RDNA 2 graphics however I realised it only has 512MB of dedicated VRAM. This laptop has 16GB RAM so how do I get the VRAM to borrow some ram from my main 16GB just for gaming? From here what's the max…
Surprise … another increase to your HP Instant Ink subscription
I’ve just got an email from HP stating that they are increasing my subscription from January 2024. It has previously increased from £1.99 to £2.99.. then another hike in January… to £3.99! The shareholders are going to be very happy! Sadly I will not be paying 100% extra for subscription and contributing to their…
Advice Coral.App
Hi , I wanted to see if I could get any advice. I was thinking of downloading the coral app, but they are asking for personal details as proof ,utility bill, driving license. I understand they need to be careful and do checks but submitting driving licence I am.not sure about. Do you think this type of request for…
Bought a costly screen protector for your phone?
I generally just buy the ones you find on ebay for like £3-£5 ish. Just pre-ordered a new phone & one of the cases I have with my phones (Quad Lock) are offering a screen protector to be thrown in at £12. Just made me wonder if anyone reading this has ever bought a costly protector like this & can say whether it's any…
Win 11 laptop will not recognise external CD/DVD drive
I have a new Windows 11 laptop which refuses to talk to a new "BUNUD" CT10 external cd/dvd…
Can you have 2 internet providers
My 5 Year old Pixel C Tablet is wi fi connected to my plugged in Sky Router, I am thinking of buying one of these https://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-Link-M7350-Portable-Unlocked-management/dp/B06XC16QC1/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=tp-link+m7350&qid=1706383589&sr=8-3 Would it be simple to switch often from the Sky internet supply to the…
Cheapest Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, Print, Copy & Scan, 3-in-1 Printer ?
Hi All, I would like some help/advice, please. I had an Epson stylus office BX300F but gave up on me, tried all the softwares for PC but had no luck. So, I am looking for a New, colour, All-in-1 printer with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (Not important really), USB Port. I must agree that my budget is very tight, between £30-£50 as I…
How do I delete a fb page, not my profile, but a second one.
FB make it easy to set up a page, whether you choose to make it private or public makes no difference. But when you want to remove that page, there doesn't appear to be an easy route. I'd welcome an ABC to delete it please.
Can I charge a phone with a 9v mains charger?
I've found this 'adaptive' charger in a drawer which hasn't been used for many years. I was surprised to find that it states 5v - 9v for its only outlet, a 2.0 USB socket. I'm struggling to think of a Samsung tech product I've had that might have needed more than 5 volts. Maybe it's 5vDC on 110vAC and 9v on 230v? I can't…
Budget Robot Vacuums? Worth it? Eufy 11S?
I've seen a decently priced Eufy 11S vac online and wondered if they live up to the hype? I doesn't have some features such as laser, mapping, wifi, app support etc. However, I'm only interested in the convenience of it regularly hoover up in my house. Anyone had any experience with budget robot vacs or perhaps both budget…
value of internet router
I used to be with virgin and changed to a different internet provider about a year ago. I assumed virgin would want their router back so i kept it. I want to get rid of it now to create space. If i advertise it on ebay , would anyone buy it ? Are their any security concerns in terms of doing this ?
Baby alarm
I wanted to buy a cheap Amazon Echo device to use as a baby alarm. I looked on Amazon, and they are all over around £50. This came as a bit of a shock, as I bought an Echo Flex last autumn for a fiver! Is there anywhere to get one at a more reasonable price? Or something that is compatible and would do the baby alarm job?
SmartWatch incoming calls default to smartwatch.
Hi folks, Got a smartwatch on a well know website (ali.......) happy enough with the watch, and it receives and makes calls ok through bluetooth on phones. What I have noticed though is that for an incoming call, it defaults to watch, and if I want to take the call on phone, initially or during the call, I have to press…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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